Ankarsrum Mixers for Bread Baking
The complete guide to Ankarsrum Assistent Original mixers — from understanding the unique roller and scraper system to mastering sourdough, cleaning, troubleshooting, and getting the most from your accessories. Everything an artisan bread baker needs to know.
New to Ankarsrum? Start Here
If you're considering an Ankarsrum or just received one, begin with our Why Ankarsrum guide to understand what makes it special, then follow our Setup Guide to start baking.
Why Artisan Bakers Choose Ankarsrum
More than just a mixer — it's the closest thing to hand-kneading at the push of a button. For pricing and purchasing, visit our Ankarsrum Mixer product page.
Gentle Kneading
The roller and scraper system mimics hand-kneading, preserving delicate gluten structure for superior bread texture and open crumb.
Reliable Power
The 600W motor handles up to 15 lbs of dough effortlessly, batch after batch, without overheating or straining.
Unique Roller Design
The roller stretches dough against the bowl wall while the scraper folds it back — a completely different approach from hook-style mixers.
Efficient Workflow
Mix large batches of artisan dough in minutes. The variable speed dial and built-in timer make repeatable results easy.
Swedish Craftsmanship
Engineered in Sweden since 1940. The Ankarsrum is built to last decades with a 7-year manufacturer warranty.
Artisan Specialist
Purpose-built for bread. From high-hydration sourdough to enriched brioche, Ankarsrum handles the doughs other mixers struggle with.
Complete Ankarsrum Mixer Guide Collection
Everything you need to master your Ankarsrum mixer — from buying to baking to maintenance
Why Choose the Ankarsrum?
Discover what makes Ankarsrum different from every other stand mixer on the market. Swedish engineering since 1940, a unique roller and scraper system, and a 7-year warranty that backs it all up.
- Swedish engineering since 1940
- Unique roller & scraper design
- 7-year manufacturer warranty
- Awards and recognition
Gentle Kneading for Artisan Breads
Understand how Ankarsrum's roller and scraper kneading preserves gluten structure and produces superior bread texture compared to traditional hook kneading.
- Mimics hand-kneading motion
- Prevents gluten overdevelopment
- Ideal for wet, sticky doughs
- Perfect sourdough texture
Roller & Scraper System
A deep dive into the heart of the Ankarsrum — the roller that stretches dough against the bowl wall and the scraper that folds it back. How it works, why it matters, and when to replace parts.
- Roller stretches dough
- Scraper folds it back
- Comparison to dough hooks
- Maintenance & replacement
Ankarsrum Assistent Attachments
Your Ankarsrum is a complete kitchen center — here's what you can add to it
Included Standard
- Roller & Scraper— Primary kneading system for bread dough
- Dough Knife— For dividing dough in the bowl
- Stainless Steel Bowl— 7.4 qt capacity with lid
- Plastic Lid— Covers bowl during mixing and proofing
Optional Add-Ons
- Dough Hook— Alternative kneading for stiff doughs
- Double Whisks— Whipping cream, eggs, meringue
- Cookie Beaters— Cookie dough and batters
- Blender— Smoothies, soups, sauces
- Grain Mill— Grind wheat berries into fresh flour
- Pasta Roller— Fresh pasta sheets and noodles
- Citrus Press— Fresh juice from citrus fruits
Perfect For These Bread Types
Ankarsrum mixers excel with doughs that benefit from gentle, consistent kneading
Sourdough & Artisan
- High-hydration sourdough (80%+)
- Long fermentation breads
- Ciabatta and focaccia
- Baguettes and country loaves
Whole Grain & Dense
- 100% whole wheat bread
- Heavy rye and pumpernickel
- Multi-grain seed breads
- Spelt and ancient grain loaves
Enriched Doughs
- Brioche and challah
- Cinnamon rolls and sweet doughs
- Holiday breads (panettone, stollen)
- Dinner rolls and sandwich bread
Delicate & High-Hydration
- Pan de cristal (glass bread)
- Wet pizza doughs (70%+)
- Naturally leavened pastries
- Porridge breads (tangzhong, yudane)
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